The Galaxy S23 series is only a few weeks away, as the company has already confirmed a February 1 unveiling and opened up reservations for the upcoming devices. Hardware specifications have not yet been officially revealed, but the company has hinted at major camera improvements. Unofficially, a new report has added more information to the […]
Read MoreEvery year we wade into the morass of smart fridge news and TV announcements to find the handful of worthwhile audio products that come up during the Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas. Most years, this means a handful of fairly conventional products like headphones and earbuds, and all that stuff was still there this […]
Read MoreAndroid 13 introduced a new way to switch audio playback between wireless speakers using the new lockscreen widget and the updated notification. Currently this works for YouTube and YouTube Music, but Google and Spotify just announced that they are working together to enable this for Spotify Connect devices as well. The team at Google is […]
Read MoreThe JBL Boombox 3 is a newer addition in JBL’s arsenal of Bluetooth speakers, as a successor to the JBL Boombox 2. With an IP67 rating and loud sound, this water-resistant speaker could be your new favorite party companion. Is the JBL Boombox 3 worth the price and the heft, and does it live up […]
Read MoreIt’s not easy being the best. You have to tick every box on the checklist successfully. So, the stakes are high for the Bose Smart Soundbar 900, and considering it sits at the top of the Bose soundbars we have a lot of expectations to meet. Is it the best Bose speaker? That might depend […]
Read MoreThe world of smart speakers is ever-expanding, and the Bose Home Speaker 500 is one of the many. Bose has a lot of smart speakers in its arsenal, and the Home Speaker 500 fills the niche of being moderately sized, but with loud audio. Is that enough stand out from the rest? About this Bose […]
Read MoreAmazon Echo devices have been on the market for years, and while Alexa is the main draw for all of them (and works pretty much the same on all of them), there are always a few new quirks and updates to look at. The Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) seems to pare back a little […]
Read MoreIn the world of Bluetooth speakers, the Tribit StormBox Micro Bluetooth speaker seeks to strike the balance of being affordable, portable, durable, and loud. In a market full of other water-resistant and portable speakers, let’s see if the Tribit StormBox Micro stands out on its own. About this Tribit StormBox Micro review: We tested the […]
Read MoreWe’re very close to Black Friday, and as more and more sales pick up, today we’re tracking a new discount event being held at Sonos. For its Black Friday offerings, you can get 20 percent off select products on the Sonos website through November 28. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Sonos. When you […]
Read MoreThe Sony SRS-XG300 is the company’s latest attempt to capture the outdoor speaker market. This is the largest (and most expensive) of Sony’s recent Bluetooth speaker releases, and it’s clearly aiming to be the life of the party, rather than your next hiking buddy. It’s heavy and were it not for the top handle, it’d […]
Read MoreThe waterproof wireless speaker landscape is one dominated by names like JBL and Ultimate Ears (UE), but Sony’s been trying to make a dent for a while now. The Sony SRS-XE300 is one of the company’s latest attempts, with a lot going for it. This simple Bluetooth speaker ditches the gimmicks, instead aiming to be […]
Read MoreAudio veteran Bose shores up its speaker portfolio with a compact, all-black slab intended to take down the Sonos Beam. The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a simple yet powerful home theater solution in the middle of its soundbar line. Bose has a couple of tricks that elevate this Dolby Atmos soundbar above others, but […]
Read MoreAustin Kwok / SoundGuys HDMI cables have been around for some time, and you’re likely already familiar with them. These cables make connecting up your home theater, soundbar, or any other recent AV equipment a breeze. However there are several versions of the HDMI standard, and the features offered by your TV, AV receiver, or […]
Read MoreAmazon is kicking off the week with an assortment of deals across a wide variety of products, including Samsung earbuds, Anker accessories, computer software, and more. Samsung Galaxy Buds There’s a big sale on the Samsung Galaxy Buds line of earphones, starting between $89.99-$104.18 for the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, down from $149.99-$169.99. Note: MacRumors […]
Read MoreFollowing a leak earlier this year, Sonos today announced the Sub Mini, a new wireless subwoofer with a more compact design and lower price than the full-size Sonos Sub. Sonos said the Sub Mini will be available globally starting October 6, with pricing set at $429 in the United States, compared to $749 for the […]
Read MoreWhen it comes to smart speakers, Sonos has been a major player in the field for a while. The Sonos Roam has a few things going for it, most notably built-in support for voice assistants along with both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. This is the company that basically created the niche category of “rugged, portable […]
Read MoreThe Bose ecosystem is vast, and smart speakers are a natural extension of the brand’s reach. The Bose Portable Smart Speaker aims to combine smart functionality with the ability to move from room to room or even outside. But there are a lot of smart speakers out there; does the Bose Portable Smart Speaker stand […]
Read MoreLet’s face it, the speakers in your computer monitor are probably not made for much beyond watching a low-quality YouTube video from 2009. While the idea of improving desktop audio quality can be nice, computer speakers take up quite a bit of real estate and can clutter up your workspace with a mess of wires. […]
Read MoreLofty promises tend to come in attractive packages, and the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin claims to deliver top-notch sound and smart functionality with a high-flying flourish. However, plenty of speakers feel like they’ll lift you up into the clouds, only to leave you firmly on Earth. Does the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin take off or […]
Read MoreIf you’re big on gaming and want to experience every sound through more than just your headphones or computer speakers, you might want to consider a soundbar. Soundbars are a great choice for smaller spaces since they don’t take up a ton of room, and many have surround sound 5.1 and 7.1-channel options to immerse […]
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